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This is a randomized controlled trial comparing casting in finger-trap traction without reduction versus closed reduction and percutaneous pin fixation of dorsally displaced, overriding distal metaphyseal radius fractures in under eleven years old children.
Overriding pediatric distal radius fractures have been managed with anatomical reduction performed under anesthesia with or without percutaneous pinning. This research protocol was developed due to good results reported on leaving the fractures in an overriding position.
In this randomized controlled trial, we will compare objective outcomes between casting in finger-trap traction without reduction versus closed reduction and percutaneous pin fixation of dorsally displaced, overriding distal metaphyseal radius fractures in children.
Inclusion criteria are patients younger than 11 years old (Tanner 0) with completely overriding distal radius fractures. At the emergency department patients are randomized into two groups: finger trap traction and cast immobilization (experimental group) and anatomic reduction and percutaneous pin fixation (control group).
The current controversy is whether cast immobilization alone is an adequate stabilization or whether percutaneous pin fixation is more appropriate for displaced, complete, distal forearm (overriding) metaphyseal fractures. The objectives of this trial are to compare the outcomes between conservative treatment with finger trap method for completely displaced distal radius fractures and surgical treatment with percutaneous pinning. Our null hypothesis is that there are no radiological or clinically relevant differences in outcome measures between the two treatment groups. We consider non-inferiority proven if there is no clinically significant difference at 6 months between the two treatments groups in the primary outcome: ratio (%) of forearm rotation and wrist extension-flexion range of motion (ROM) compared to the non-affected side at 6 months (non-inferiority margin 10%).
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Cast immobilization | Experimental | In the casting group, padded synthetic dorsal above elbow and volar below elbow splints are applied in ED without local or general anesthesia. Dorsal displacement and shortening of the radius are not corrected, but the forearm is attempted to be manipulated straight during application of the splints. The casted forearm is then supported by a collar and cuff sling. Splints are removed in an outpatient clinic at 4 weeks. Cast immobilization is discontinued after 4 weeks and when the fracture site is nontender. If palpated tenderness is still present, the patient is given a dorsal forearm splint which can be removed (maximum of 2 weeks usage). |
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| Percutaneus pinning | Active Comparator | In the surgery group, a padded dorsal above elbow splint is applied in ED. Reduction and percutaneous pinning are performed under anesthesia in operating room by an experienced attending pediatric orthopedic surgeon within 7 days from the injury. Pin fixation is performed with two 1.6 mm pins. Padded dorsal above elbow and volar below elbow splints are applied. Splints and pins are removed at the outpatient clinic at 4 weeks after surgery. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Cast immobilization | Procedure | Cast immobilisation is done using finger trap traction. The fractured forearm is splinted above elbow with dorsal cast without attempted reduction. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Wrist ROM | The ratio (injured side/non-injured side) in total active range of motion of the wrist in the flexion-extension plane. | 6 months |
| Forearm ROM | The ratio (injured side/non-injured side) in the total active forearm rotation. | 6 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Patient-reported pain | Pain at rest and in activities is assessed on PedsQL questionnaire. Range 0 to 100 mm, 0 best. | 1 and 4 weeks, 3 and 6 months, 1 year |
| Patient-reported outcome (PROM) | Quick-DASH, range 0 to 100, 0 best |
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| Topi Laaksonen, MD | Contact | +358 50 427 1654 | topi.laaksonen@hus.fi |
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| New Children's Hospital | Recruiting | Helsinki | Finland |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 34039573 | Derived | Laaksonen T, Stenroos A, Puhakka J, Kosola J, Kautiainen H, Ramo L, Nietosvaara Y. Casting in finger trap traction without reduction versus closed reduction and percutaneous pin fixation of dorsally displaced, over-riding distal metaphyseal radius fractures in children under 11 years old: a study protocol of a randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open. 2021 May 26;11(5):e045689. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-045689. |
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| Type | Includes Protocol | Includes SAP | Includes ICF | Document Label | Document Date | Document Uploaded Date | Document File Name |
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| SAP | No | Yes | No | Statistical Analysis Plan | Mar 21, 2026 | Mar 22, 2026 | SAP_000.pdf |
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| ID | Term |
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| D000092503 | Wrist Fractures |
| ID | Term |
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| D014954 | Wrist Injuries |
| D001134 | Arm Injuries |
| D014947 | Wounds and Injuries |
| D050723 | Fractures, Bone |
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Non-inferiority randomized controlled trial
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| Percutaneus pinning | Procedure | Reduction under fluoroscopic guidance and fixation using two crossing 1.6mm K-wires. |
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| 4 weeks, 3 and 6 months, 1 year |
| Radiographic outcomes | Sagittal and coronal plain radiographs | 1 and 4 weeks, 3 and 6 months, 1 year |
| Grip strength | Objective grip strength measurement using dynamometer | 3 and 6 months, 1 year |
| Forearms length | Length of forearms and hands | 3 and 6 months, 1 year |
| Wrist ROM | The ratio (injured side/non-injured side) in total active range of motion of the wrist in the flexion-extension plane. | 3 months, 1 year |
| Forearm ROM | The ratio (injured side/non-injured side) in the total active forearm rotation. | 3 months, 1 year |
| Overall satisfaction | The patient's parent(s) or guardian(s) are queried about their satisfaction with the treatment. The satisfaction of the function of the fractured upper extremity and its effect on the patient's daily living and satisfaction to the cosmetic outcome are recorded on a 5-step Likert scale. | 6 months |